Riccardo Calafiori rejoined Arsenal’s first‑team training squad today, marking a significant step in his recovery from the minor knee injury he sustained during the club’s recent pre‑season tour of Asia .
The Italian defender had withdrawn early from Arsenal’s friendly in Singapore, prompting concern among supporters. However, images and reports from today’s session confirm he is back in full training, walking freely without noticeable support or bandaging .
Mikel Arteta remains optimistic about Calafiori’s progress. Following Arsenal's 3–2 friendly defeat to Villarreal, the manager noted that Calafiori, along with Leandro Trossard and Kai Havertz—who also missed the match due to minor issues—could return to action soon. “For Saturday, I think both of them [Calafiori and Trossard] have a chance if everything in the next few days evolves in the way it has been evolving,” Arteta stated .
With Arsenal preparing to face Athletic Bilbao in their final pre‑season friendly before the new Premier League season kicks off, Calafiori’s return to training bodes well for the Gunners’ defensive options ahead of the campaign opener
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